TESTIMONIALS

"Mark Zauss and his 3 piece band were everything we wanted and more for our wedding. Mark played solo for our ceremony and was even patient when the site manager forgot to get us when the guests had all been seated. Having a trumpet for the ceremony was elegant yet unique and fitting as it was a military wedding. Their play list for the reception had everyone on the dance floor dancing the night away! Mark was so easy and accommodating to work with, especially being a busy bride with a groom in another state during the whole planning. Their commitment and integrity goes above and beyond words. Everyone could not stop talking about how great the music was, how wide the selection was and how much fun our wedding was. We are a group that likes to party and the Z Street Band had us doing just that! You can't help but get up and dance when they play! Mark and the Z Street Band was the perfect entertainment for our perfect wedding!" Vanessa and Mark Miller, Bride and Groom - Columbia Restaurant, June 16, 2007.

“Mark Zauss and his band simply made our daughter's wedding from the first song they played until the last. People started to dance from the time the first song was played. Everyone enjoyed themselves and said his music helped make it the best wedding they had ever attended! Thanks, Mark, for making our day so memorable for all!" Pat Graham, Mother of the Bride, Oct. 18th, 2003.

"Mark, My wife and I want to express our appreciation for the splendid job you and your 3 piece Z Street Band did at our daughter's wedding. The music was great,your introductions were special and everyone has told us how much fun they had. You have a special talent for knowing when to interject and when to remain nearly unnoticed - except for the great sounds. Your play list was perfect for the occasion. I just can't say enough to express our satisfaction. It was a memorable day for our daughter, ourselves and our guests. Thanks again!" Jim & Joan McCarthy, Bon Appetit Banquet facility, March 17th, 2007.

"Mark - Just wanted to Thank you and the band for a wonderful job for our 25th Anniversary. I would certainly love to have you play here again. You helped make the event memorable and a success. Thanks again!" Katherine, March 23rd, 2007.

"We just wanted to thank you for such a great job you all did at our wedding!! Everyone had a blast, however I think Jeremie and I had more fun than anyone!! I have never danced so much in one night- you guys were awesome! We heard nothing but good comments about you all night" Megan and Jeremie, June 2nd 2007.

Dear Mark, On behalf of the Samaritan Center, thank you for entertaining us at our annual dinner. Everyone loved your music and you were all so pleasant. Look forward to seeing you again. Program Director of the Samaritan Center at Holy Cross Parish Hall, Candace MacMillan, March 7th 2008

"Mark, That was a great party for the Ciminos. Thank you for all the fabulous music and keeping up with the changes. We are always glad to recommend you to our clients." Sandi and Susan, The Wedding Belles, Wedding Planners. Crowne Plaza Melbourne, April 12th 2008

"Mark, another great wedding! Thank you and all the other band members for an excellent job. Hope will be working together again soon." Susan, Wedding Planner. Sun Tree Country Club, Melbourne, FL, May 24 2008

Dear Mark and Kathy: Just a note to thank you for making our party the highlight of the year at Black Diamond. We have had numerous comments about the party, what a good job the Club did, and especially what great music. Jack and Dorothy, June 9th, 2007

"Mark, I just wanted to extend my greatest gratitude for a wonderful performance at our reception. The guest have all commented on how great the band sounded and how well you all blended in with the theme. Although, I did not get to speak much to you, I hope you all had as much fun as we did. Once again, thank you for such an unforgettable night." Dawn and David, Bride and Groom, June 23rd, 2007

"When we first heard your Demo CD, we knew that your five-piece Band would compliment the elegant setting at the renewal of our 10th Wedding Anniversary. Without a doubt, your Band's performance lived up to our expectations; our Guests were impressed and we all had a fantabulous time. Thank you so much for making our special day, even more elegant and memorable. We look forward to having your Band perform for us in the future." Earle and Heather, Sanctuary Ridge Golf Club, Clermont, FL, July 28, 2007

"Mark, Thank you so very much for providing a wonderful talented background for Erica and Bruno's wedding brunch. Everyone thoroughly the music and complimented us on you all many times. I'm not sure which all enjoyed more--your wife's voice or your "trumpeting!" If some want to purchase your CDs, should I just direct them to your website? Thanks again..." Catheryn Weitman, Mother of the Bride, November 3, 2007.

"Mark and the Z Street Band. Wow! You were great! Your playing, your "MC"ing, & your personalities – not to mention Kathy’s beautiful voice made this a wedding no one will soon forget! We can’t wait until April & we work together again." Sandi and Susan, The Wedding Belles, Wedding Planners. Hilton Hotel Oceanfront, January 19th 2008

“Thank you for the wonderful job that you and your band did at our May 15 wedding in Stuart, Florida. You were absolutely wonderful to work with, from the moment we first spoke until the last note was played! Your sound was exactly what we were looking for - classy and sophisticated, but able to transition into fun dance music better than anyone we've heard. You made our special night even more wonderful and we cannot thank you enough! We will recommend you to anyone who asks - as we are picky customers. Thank you again for a wonderful experience!" Kindest regards, Bride and Groom: Kristin and Adam from Atlanta, Georgia - Wedding day: May 15th, 2004.

"You were incredible! Everyone enjoyed themselves immensely. Thank you for your talent and professionalism. Keep up the good work!" Bride and Groom: Lauren and Chris Goodpaster.

" Mark, The Z-Street Band was the perfect pick for such a beautiful wedding reception. Your band was as I imagined it to be and more. Everyone enjoyed themselves and noticed the fine orchestra. For never meeting you in person, I was still confident that you were a true professional. I would recommend you to anybody who is serious about their music choices. Let the band play on. Thanks again and best regards," Groom: Stephen Maleville, February 5th, 2005

"You were spectacular and quite a hit with the attendees. I can't thank you enough for the performance that set the tone for the conference and for Montel Williams. I am so happy I found you on the internet! You were terrific"!!!!!! Ellen Ackerman, APC Conference Director. Oct. 16th 2006.

"Dear Mark and Kathy, My wife and I were at a wedding last night at it reminded us of our wedding two years ago and your fantastic band. You may remember driving all the way down to Vero Beach for our event (which we greatly appreciated). The music at our wedding was unbelievable and people still talk about it two years later. Thank you again for making our day so memorable and fun! Best Wishes", Mark and Tara Metcalf.

"Mark and the Z Street Band, Thank you for your talents on Sept. 3 2004. I am still in awe at how flexible and giving you all were when asked to perform at our reception a day earlier than scheduled. What great people you all are! The music was fabulous. Thank you." Bride and Groom, Adrianne and Kevin. Sept. 3 2004

"The terrific, high energy "Z Street Band" entertained every age, they play every style of music, and they play it well." Gloria Yousha, Heritage Florida Jewish News. July 11th, 2003

"We listened to tapes from bands and orchestras from Florida to Washington D.C. We have had experience planning corporate affairs through out the country for many years and your band/ orchestra ranks at the top of the list for entertainment. We received compliments from our guests who included CEO's and top executives from Fortune 500 Companies, Circuit Court Judges, University Professors and Prominent Attorneys and Bankers from throughout the country. " Parents of Bride: Gale & Bob Albert.

Thanks so much for making my ceremony so beautiful! I'm sorry I didn't officially get to meet you...things got so crazy. But, we absolutely loved the music. Bride and Groom: Lauren & Mike, August 25th 2007

"G'day Mark, The party's over and the accolades are pouring in. From our perspective it was an outstanding event. Our guests were literally overwhelmed with what they saw upon entering the room and what they experienced throughout the evening. A Harley Party with class! You and the Z Street Band provided an evening of music that will long be remembered. On behalf of the Fletcher family, I congratulate you, Kathy and the band for your outstanding performance at Fletcher's 40th anniversary party. Sincerely, Dick Pritchard, Director of events, promotion and marketing for Fletcher's Harley Davidson

"We just wanted to say thank you for the outstanding job that your band did at our wedding reception. We were so pleased with the level of professionalism and had so many positive comments from family & friends" Bride and Groom: Matt & Laura.

"Dear Mark, We were so thrilled with yesterday. Your band performed to perfection. It was EVERYTHING the bride wanted. Thanx again." Mother of Groom: Diana Scherer.

"Thank you for the wonderful music at our reception. From the cocktail hour through the reception, we really loved everything. Thank you again for making our special day so special." Bride and Groom: Alicia and Steven Placey

"Thank you so much for joining us on the most wonderful day of our life! Your presence meant the world to us. We really appreciate the gift you gave us to help elaborate our new life together. We hope to see you soon, and again, we cannot thank you enough!" Bride and Groom: Timothy & Kerri Boreland, February 26th, 2005.

"The program was outstanding and we wish you the very best and thank you for taking the time to talk to us prior to the concert. As the new chairman of the Founders Fund I am trying hard. You made my job easy. Thanks. Hope you come back next year. I am going to recommend that to the board. I am playing your CD as I write this e-mail." Janet Leemon Hakala, Chairman of the Board for the Founders Fund

"Thank you very much for the superb and professional job your band did at our wedding reception. We received many compliments about your musicianship and professional appearance. You made the reception go smoothly and it was flawless." Bride and Groom: Diana and Jason

"Mark and the Z Street Band, Thank you for your talents on Sept. 3, 2004. I am still in awe at how flexible and giving you all were when asked to perform at our reception a day earlier then scheduled due to hurricane Francis. What great people you are! The music was fabulous. Thank you," Bride and Groom: Adriane and Kevin Wainscott.

"It was a true pleasure playing at our daughter’s wedding reception. You, your lovely wife, and all the band members set the perfect tone for an eloquent, fun evening. You were a delightful to work with and such organized professionals." Mother of the Bride: Susan Vernon

“Mark, Kathy, and their band played a major role in making our wedding very special. I highly recommend that others call on Mark Zauss and The Z Street Band." Groom: Christopher Sego.

"I just want to write and let you know how much we all enjoyed your music. My mother and father in law's 60th anniversary was most certainly a brighter event with the presence of your band. I can not tell you how many people complimented me on selecting you folks. I am certain that someone in that group will call on you in the furure. Our family thanks you for your wonderful entertainment and wishes you all the best. Son in law: Charles.

We all enjoyed your playing. Your bands professionally played an ensemble of music that added greatly to the celebration of my parents 50th Wedding Anniversary, for which many fond memories were added that evening. Thanks again for working with me to make it a truly memorable event for us all. Sincerely, Dana, Alan, and Kelly Frye and Lisa (Frye) Mc Grew.

"Dear Mark: I just wanted to write you a letter to let you know how very appreciative I am for your help and understanding in canceling our wedding. As you know, we had planned a 1930-40’s themed wedding…and I know that the Z Street Band would have been the perfect touch to our day. (Unfortunately, Hurricane Jeanne decided she wanted to attend as well)! Regardless, it has been a please working with you in planning the event. Again, thank you for the prompt reimbursement of our deposit – hopefully someday we’ll be giving that back to you! Until then, I will not hesitate recommending Z Street Band to anyone that is looking…your professionalism from day one has been outstanding! Sincerely, Staci Pricher

“...The group gave a performance worthy of the Cotton Club...” Darryl E. Owens, Orlando Sentinel Staff Writer. June 28th, 2001

"Mark, Thanks to you and your guys for a great Dixieland performance at the Pepsi 400! It was great having you"Betsy with the Daytona International Speedway.

“Mark, Just a note to thank you for the GREAT JOB your band did at our daughter's wedding. I loved the music and wish I could have just danced the night away. Chris and David did a super job in selecting you and you can be sure I will pass your name on. As a matter of fact, I was wondering if you traveled to south florida for weddings. I have a friend interested in having a band at her wedding and I would be delighted to recommend you. Please extend our delight to the entire band for a great performance!" Joan F. - Mother of the Bride.

Hi Mark: I wanted to take a minute and thank you again for making Rebekah & Dan's wedding reception such a big success. We are still hearing from people about the ceremony and about what a great time they had at the reception and how wonderful you and your band were. The young people were impressed as well as the grandparents of the groom and all ages in between....you managed to impress them all! Melody Eddy - Mother of the Bride.

"Mark, Thank you so much for making our wedding so memorable. Our guests had such a great time thanks to the great music your band played."John Houston, Groom.

Hi Mark, I just wanted to thank you for making our wedding a very memorable event. If in the future you need a reference, please do not hesitate to use me! I enjoyed your services very much. Thank you sooo much for everything! I'll stay in touch with you in case I may need another performance in the future."Valerie Ali, Bride.

Mark, Just wanted to say a quick thank you to you and your band that played at our wedding. the music was great. Everyone really had a great time. It meant a lot to me to know you took the time to seek me out to ask if I was happy with the music. Thanks so much...Amanda & Matthew Decoursey, Bride and Groom, Walt Disney World's Atlantic Dance Hall.

"Mark, I am so sorry that I did not have the opportunity to speak with you on the day of the wedding. We just returned and received our dvd. You did an amazing job and I wanted to thank you so much for adding to our day. Thank you very much for everything!!!!"Shira Groberg, December 2nd, 2005

"Alan and I especially wanted to thank you and members of your band, who did such a wonderful job at Holly's wedding. The whole evening was very special to all of us, and you contributed a lot to our enjoyment of that evening. You did a wonderful job of introducing everyone and the selection of songs, and your presentation of them was great. We a lot of good word afterward from the guests about your band."Phyllis Woods, Mother of the Bride.

"Mark, Thank you so much for helping to create such a wonderful wedding day for us. Your music was wonderful and perfect & working with you was a pleasure. We will never forget how wonderful our wedding was!" Jennie and Jeanpaul.

"Dear Mark Zauss: I would like to take this opportunity to express the appreciation of our association for the band's wonderful performance at our annual dinner banquet on September 23rd, 2006. The range and quality of the music you played was superb and captured the audience from the first song to the last. Throughout the evening and at the farewell breakfast the next morning, many of the attendees raved to me about how much they enjoyed the evening's entertainment. Your group's performance can truly be said to have been the key to a very successful banquet. We would, without a doubt, highly recommend your group to anyone wanting a truly professional band for their function. On behalf of the executive board and membership of the USS Great Sitkin (AE-17) Association, a heart felt thank you for helping to make this year's annual banquet a most memorable one. Congratulations for a job well done and deserving of recognition." Ron Zimmerman, President of the USS Great Sitkin (AE-17) Association, September 23rd, 2006.

"Mark Zauss and the Z Street Band, I first wanted to thank you for the wonderful music during our wedding. We are continually getting complements on such a great band, and our gratitude goes to you folks for putting on such a great show. We just got back from our honeymoon and had a wonderful time. Thanks so much again." Chris and Shayna.

"Mark, I just wanted you to know that Michael and I thoroughly enjoyed you and the band Saturday night.... We had so many compliments on you all and you were so professional. We loved it! I hope you had an opportunity to eat dinner and I'm sorry I didn't get a chance to speak with you when the reception was over. I hope you made it back safely, and again, thank you so much. It was perfect!" Stephanie and Michael Dunn, Feb, 17th 2007

"Mark, Thank you for being so flexible as we worked around the rain last night. Everyone enjoyed your music; the Z-Street Band was definitely what kept the party going! " Julie, July 4th, 2007

"Dear Mark, Thank-you for the wonderful music provided at my son's wedding rehearsal dinner. I have received all positive feedback from our guests, and I can assure you that it was enjoyed by all. I would highly recommend you to anyone in need of a professional group, with a sound and quality well above other bands in this area. Hope to hear you again soon, Marc" Dr. Marc Harr, Father of the groom, Sunset Harbor Yacht Club Daytona Beach Florida, August 22nd 2008.

Top 10 Reasons to book the Z Street Band

1) Communication: Mark is your single point of contact throughout the planning stages of your event until the last note is played. He coordinates with your wedding planner, banquet captain, photographer and videographer throughout the evening to ensure no photo opportunities or customs are missed.

2) Insured: Most venues such as Walt Disney World, Ritz Carlton, Universal Studios, and JW Marriott require the band to have liability insurance. The Z Street Band carries multi million dollar liability insurance for any location in the U.S. Liability insurance is a must, and many bands do not carry insurance.

3) Reliable: Mark is the band leader, trumpet player/male vocalist, and MC. Mark is present at every event, and never sends a substitute in his place. Many bandleaders send two bands out on the same night with a substitute bandleader that may not know the details of your event.

4) Musical Excellence: The Z Street Band is comprised of professional musicians that are educated in music with music degrees. Mark has released two CD’s that get airplay worldwide and is endorsed by the Conn Selmer Musical Instrument Corporation. His wife, Vocalist Kathy Zauss, is professionally trained and experienced vocalist.

5) Experience: With over 1500 events played, Mark is experienced at the art of emceeing and performing a wedding reception. As an experienced bandleader, he knows how to “read the crowd” and keep the dance floor full. The Z Street Band is one of Walt Disney World’s Fairytale wedding bands.

6) Sophisticated and Fun: Mark Zauss and the Z Street Band play music from 1940’s Big Band Swing to Contemporary Chart Topping hits of 2008. With male and female vocals and horn section, the Z Street band is energetic, fun, romantic and never "cheesy". Mark works with you to create a reception that has your signature on it.

7) Mark Listens: Mark listens to your needs, wants, and expectations. He will help you to create the reception that you envision. Mark has a Masters degree in mental health counseling as well as a Bachelors degree in music, which gives him the formal training to understand your concerns and expectations.

8) Superior Sound Quality: State of the art modern technology allows the 2-5 piece bands to sound like a 10 piece orchestra. Mark spent over 45 hours in the recording studio with live rhythm section players (piano, bass, drums and guitar ) recording the entire Z Street Repertoire. This innovative concept integrates the live vocals, horn section and percussion with prerecorded piano, bass, drums and guitar. This makes the smaller bands sound fuller. This state of the art recorded rhythm section is light years away from the outdated, thin, sequenced midi tracks that are many bands use today.

9) Volume: Volume is never an issue. The Z Street Band has the unique ability to play at virtually any volume. Don’t let your event be ruined by a band that plays so loud that people leave early or can’t talk amongst themselves. Our rhythm section (piano, bass, drums, guitar) is pre recorded for that very reason. They can easily be turned down.

10) Cost effective: The Z Street 2- 5 piece bands cost a third less than most other 6 to 10 piece bands without forfeiting sound quality. In addition, The Z Street Band requires less stage space and electricity, which can save you money. (Additional power drops and stage riser size can be costly) The equipment is state of the art, and includes full sound system, with LED stage lighting, and cordless microphone for toasts.

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